Mataka Arts
Mataka Arts is a small performing arts school and production company that uses theatre and digital storytelling as a tool for empowerment. Centering Indigenous knowledge in its storytelling and arts training, Mataka Arts is dedicated to building a resilient arts sector by nurturing artists whose practices are rigorous, ethical, and deeply values-led.
Our Classes - Suva, Rewa
Drama for grades 1-3
Unlock your child's potential through fun, interactive drama! This course helps young creators build confidence, develop communication skills, and explore their imagination in a supportive environment.
Through playful storytelling, movement, and creative games, students will learn how to bring characters to life, work as a team, and share their unique voices on stage.
What they'll learn:
Creative Imagination: Spontaneity, storytelling, and building new worlds.
Expression & Movement: Developing vocal confidence, physical presence, and spatial awareness.
Collaboration: Working together with peers to share stories and ideas.
Class Details
Ages: Grades 1–3
Duration: 45–60 mins
When: Saturdays (12 Sept – 31st October)
Venue: Mata Dance School, Cumming St, Suva
Cost: $15 per class | $120 full term (8 weeks)
Drama for grades 8-10
Take your performance skills to the next level! This course gives lower secondary students hands-on training to build confidence, explore character creation, and sharpen their creative storytelling.
Students will dive into practical acting techniques—learning how to think on their feet, use voice and movement dynamically, and collaborate with peers to bring engaging ideas to life on stage.
What they'll learn:
Improvisation & Craft: Spontaneity, lateral thinking, and staying in the moment.
Vocal & Physical Expression: Developing voice control, movement choices, and strong stage presence.
Character & Collaboration: Devising original scenes, working as an ensemble, and exploring new perspectives.
Class Details
Ages: Grades 8–10
Duration: 45–60 mins
When: Saturdays (12 Sept – 31st October)
Venue: Mata Dance School, Cumming St, Suva
Cost: $15 per class | $120 full term (8 weeks)
Drama for grades 4-7
Step into character and explore the power of storytelling! This course introduces upper primary students to foundational acting techniques in a creative, high-energy environment designed to build self-expression and ensemble trust.
Students will learn how to turn their own ideas into short performance pieces, using movement, vocal strength, and imagination to bring dynamic characters to life.
What they'll learn:
Performance Craft: Fundamentals of stage presence, focus, and physical expression.
Creative Devising: Turning stories and concepts into original dramatic scenes.
Ensemble Work: Building confidence, active listening, and teamwork on stage.
Class Details
Ages: Grades 4–7
Duration: 45–60 mins
When: Saturdays (12 Sept – 31st October)
Venue: Mata Dance School, Cumming St
Cost: $15 per class | $120 full term (8 weeks)
Acting (Grades 11–12)
Sharpen your craft and discover your voice as a emerging artist! This course offers senior secondary students rigorous, practical actor training aimed at building technique, deepening creative expression, and preparing for future performance opportunities.
Through collaborative text work, advanced improvisation, and physical character creation, students will learn to play truth on stage, analyze scripts, and build performance work rooted in strong artistic values.
What they'll learn:
Acting Technique & Text Analysis: Unpacking script structure, subtext, and creating authentic, believable characters.
Voice & Physical Awareness: Connecting breath, movement, and vocal control to command the stage.
Devising & Creative Voice: Exploring contemporary theatre-making styles and building original ensemble performance.
Class Details
Ages: Grades 11–12
Duration: 45–60 mins
When: Saturdays (12 Sept – 31st October)
Venue: Mata Dance School, Cumming St, Suva
Cost: $15 per class | $120 full term (8 weeks)